1976 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1997 Mercury Mystique is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 163 kg more than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX. 1997 Mercury Mystique has automatic transmission and 1976 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1976 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercury Mystique will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
